2. Fill up your water bottle at a hydration station.

We all know it’s essential to stay hydrated at the airport. After all, staying well hydrated is the best way to avoid getting sick on a flight.

Location: All over the airport.

3. Grab a fresh smoothie at Green Beans Coffee.

Although fresh juices are all the rage right now, some believe that smoothies are healthier. And they might be right! Smoothies contain extra vitamins due to the skins and pulp blended. Green Beans Coffee offers a variety of smoothies to select.

Location: Concourse B – Between Gates B32 and B34, Floor 3.

4. Groove to some live music.

Who gets bored before they board? Not us. Especially not with live music around. Catch some live music. The airport’s Performing Arts Series features a musical act each Thursday and Friday year-round, with special performances around the holidays.

Location: Center Core on Thursdays and Fridays, from about 10 am to 2 pm.

5. Get pampered at two XpresSpa locations

XpresSpa is a full-service spa that offers everything from manicures, pedicures, full-body massages, and facials. Get healthy at XpresSpa by letting go of your travel worries and letting yourself get the special treatment you deserve.

Locations: Concourse B across from Gate 30 and Center Core

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6. Get a massage at the Massage Bar.

There’s no better way to relax before a flight than with a full-body massage at Massage Bar. Studies have shown that massages can reduce anxiety and help with digestive disorders, headaches, and insomnia.

Location: Concourse A, Level 3, between gates A2 and A4.

7. Grab a fresh salad at The Strip Market.

The Strip Market is a historic district to Pittsburgh featuring unique flavors and offerings such as freshly brewed coffee, bakery treats, fresh fruits, salads, grab-and-go sandwiches, wraps, and more.

Location: Center Core, Floor 3.

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8. Take some time alone to meditate at their Interfaith Room

The benefits of meditation go way beyond just brain health. It’s also been known to give you an energy boost similar to caffeine and help improve memory, attention span, and creativity. The room is open daily from 6 am to 8 pm for all guests of any faith.

9. Choose healthy and organic at Farm Fresh Deli

If you’re looking for a fresh, organic meal, Farm Fresh Deli is the place to be. We’ve mentioned farm-to-table food at the airport before, and this restaurant fits right in. We love being able to get a nutritious and delicious meal at the airport.